In July along the Voie de Vézelay trail, the weather showcases typical summer variability. Temperatures often reach up to the mid-30s°C, with some days marked by intense sunshine while others see a mix of cloud cover and rain showers. Rainfall is sporadic but can occasionally be heavy, especially after a period of calm weather, providing much-needed relief from warmer spells. Winds generally remain moderate, becoming more apparent during rainy episodes and diminishing during notably sunny stretches. Overall, hikers can expect a dynamic range of weather conditions throughout the month, requiring readiness for both heatwaves and sudden rain showers.
The journey begins in Vézelay, where early July features mostly sunny weather interspersed with days of heavy rain. Temperatures fluctuate, highs reaching up to 36°C and dropping as low as 15°C during rainy periods. As one progresses to Anthien and Saint-Révérien, the weather remains mixed, with sunny intervals and moderate rain at times. Highs in Anthien peak at 33°C, while Saint-Révérien sees slightly cooler days with occasional showers. Prémery and Nevers follow a similar pattern, with notable rain showers slowing the heat of up to 33°C, especially evident around Nevers where heavy rains peak.
Transitioning into the Auvergne region at Ainay-le-Château, the trail sees a contrast of cloudy and sunny days, with occasional bouts of heavy rain. Highs reach 33°C, balanced by cooler nights around 12°C. Saint-Amand-Montrond, a little further down the path, experiences moderate showers alongside sunny spells, ensuring a varied climate, with highs not exceeding 33°C.
In the Centre-Val de Loire, starting from Le Châtelet, the weather reflects typical mid-summer unpredictability. Rain showers and sunshine alternate, with peaks up to 30°C and lows maintaining around 11°C. La Châtre and Neuvy-Saint-Sépulchre follow a similar trend, experiencing heavy rain alongside sunny days, maintaining steady temperatures within a comfortable range.
Advancing into New Aquitaine from Gargilesse to Ostabat, hikers encounter a broad spectrum of weather conditions. Starting in Gargilesse, July showcases heavy rain showers, followed by intervals of warm sun, with highs up to 35°C. Crozant and La Souterraine mostly mirror this pattern, but Bénévent-l'Abbaye witnesses some of the heaviest rainfall, with temperatures fluctuating between 19°C and 36°C. Further south into Limoges, more consistent sunshine emerges, yet rainy periods persist, moderating the peaks of around 39°C. As the path progresses through Thiviers and Sorges, sunshine becomes predominant again, only occasionally interrupted. Finally, as the end of the route nears in Ostabat, mostly sunny days resume with temperatures peaking in the mid-30s°C, concluding the journey on a warm note.
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